Inventory Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (8 Sep 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
What this bill does
H.R. 10317, the "Inventory Act of 2026," would establish new requirements for Federal agencies concerning digital assets they acquire or seize. Specifically, agencies would be directed to scan electronic information for cryptocurrency private key material, secure any found digital assets, and conduct annual audits of their holdings. The Attorney General, in coordination with other agencies, would be responsible for developing technical standards and training programs related to the discovery, handling, and storage of these assets.
The bill would affect all Federal agencies that collect or seize electronically stored information, including law enforcement and intelligence agencies. It aims to ensure these agencies properly account for, safeguard, and audit any digital assets, such as cryptocurrencies, that come into their custody. The Act also proposes to fund the acquisition of digital forensic tools necessary for these tasks through existing forfeiture funds.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 8, 2026, and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. It is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. If it moves forward, it would need to be considered by the committee, potentially amended, and then passed by the House before being sent to the Senate for consideration.
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Timeline
8 Sep 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10317 do?
- H.R. 10317, the "Inventory Act of 2026," would establish new requirements for Federal agencies concerning digital assets they acquire or seize. Specifically, agencies would be directed to scan electronic information for cryptocurrency private key material, secure any found digital assets, and conduct annual audits of their holdings. The Attorney General, in coordination with other agencies, would be responsible for developing technical standards and training programs related to the discovery, handling, and storage of these assets. The bill would affect all Federal agencies that collect or seize electronically stored information, including law enforcement and intelligence agencies. It aims to ensure these agencies properly account for, safeguard, and audit any digital assets, such as cryptocurrencies, that come into their custody. The Act also proposes to fund the acquisition of digital forensic tools necessary for these tasks through existing forfeiture funds. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 8, 2026, and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. It is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. If it moves forward, it would need to be considered by the committee, potentially amended, and then passed by the House before being sent to the Senate for consideration.
- Has H.R. 10317 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10317. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10317?
- H.R. 10317 was sponsored by Rep. Issa, Darrell [R-CA-48] (R-CA), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10317?
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (8 Sep 2026).
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